Region: Finland

Who Hid the Easter Eggs

By Book Importer | Published: March 17, 2011

Someone is taking a keen interest in the Easter eggs.  Who could he be, and what is he up to in that tree?  The annual Easter Egg Hunt is in jeopardy and it’s up to Harry the Squirrel to save it!  Pirkko Vainio’s beautiful watercolor art brings this woodland Easter adventure to life.

Other Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fantasy, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Darkest Evening

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

Jake’s life is turned upside down when his father gets caught up in the Socialist fervor washing over their Finnish mining community in Minnesota. His father decides to move their family to a new, Finnish state inside the Soviet Union, a change that fills Jake with dread. Where his father dreams of creating a worker’s [...]

Other Descriptors: Historical Fiction, Russia, United States of America » Themes: , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Wilderness

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A novel of mothers lost and found. Grainne’s Mom disappeared years ago when her parents were divorced, and Mom moved to the U.S. Now, bafflingly, she’s reappeared and wants to meet. What could she be up to? To get out of the way of this mysterious reunion, Grainne’s half-brothers, Johnny and Tom, go with their [...]

Other Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Ireland, Realistic Fiction, United States of America » Themes: , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Finland

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This book provides comprehensive information on the geogrpahy, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Finland.

Other Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction » Themes: , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Moominpappa’s Memoirs

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Before he had a family, before he met Moominmamma, Moominpappa led a life of adventure and intrigue. But he’s never told his story until now.Now Moominpappa has a bad cold, and it’s the perfect time to remember his youthful endeavors and to ponder the Experiences which have made him the remarkable Moomin he is. As [...]

Other Descriptors: Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Sweden » Themes: , , » Leave a comment

The Winter War

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

When the Soviet Union invades its tiny neighbor Finland in November 1939, Marko volunteers to help the war effort. Even though his leg was weakened by polio, he can ski well, and he becomes a messenger on the front line, skiing in white camouflage through the forests at night. The dark forest is terrifying, and [...]

Other Descriptors: Historical Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Themes: , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Grandchildren of the Vikings

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

This book shows the daily lives of children in five areas settled by the Vikings.

Other Descriptors: Denmark, Europe, Iceland, Nonfiction, Norway, Primary (ages 6-9), Scandinavia, Sweden » Themes: , , , , , » Comments closed